1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 434 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stagea | Manta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
